Total 8 Manager level Information Technology job vacancies in Bedford, Bedfordshire

An exiting opportunity has arisen within the Bedford Borough Council Finance team for a CCAB/CIMA qualified Finance Business Partner working in the Technical Team. Bedford Borough Council is one of the fastest growing unitary authorities and there are some inspiring projects in the pipeline, where a determined, detail focused candidate could make a real difference.

Bedford's Finance team is designed to be an effective partner to the service: driving decisions upfront to improve performance, including Bedford's diverse capital programme, which includes road and rail upgrades. We are now looking for a motivated and enthusiastic finance professional to join our team.

You will be responsible for delivering the Councils Financial Statements in line with statutory requirements and timescales, managing the Council's Technical Accounting functions including Capital Strategy and Planning and Treasury Management.

You must be able to work at pace and have excellent communication skills as you will be talking to a wide range of financial and non finance stakeholders. You will have a broad remit, access to wider developmental opportunities and the support of experienced finance professionals throughout the team.



The Council is committed to offering you a good work life balance, which includes its flexitime and agile working arrangements, including the ability to work both from home and the office.

The role is full-time (37 hours) and permanent, applications for flexible working will be considered. Applications are made via CV, however candidates are encouraged to tailor their CV to demonstrate their experience in similar roles and how they meet the person specification.

For an informal discussion please contact Rhiain Bevan on 01234 276740 or rhiain.bevan@bedford.gov.uk

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Please refer to the attached Job description for a detailed overview and the main responsibilities of this role

The Technical Programme Manager will be responsible for managing the technical direction of the Digital Delivery Department and manage a small Team of Technical Consultants supporting the delivery and future development of the Trust’s Digital Strategy.

As Technical Programme Manager, you will continuously drive excellence in all aspects of the technical direction of the Digital Strategy to build our shared best practices. Projects will be delivered with care and attention to research, data, and organisational governance.

Reporting to the Head of Digital Delivery, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic Team, and in collaboration with other Executives and Programme Directors, in assuring delivery of the agreed East of England business plan and delivery portfolio.

This will include agreeing work programme priorities for each portfolio for the year, ensuring appropriate resourcing and establishing and embedding the required programme governance and reporting arrangements.

A solid foundation in developing technology solutions in a health care setting is vital, complemented by distinguished leadership and communications skills, pivotal in fostering collaborative endeavours with a diverse range of stakeholders inside and outside of the Trust.

East of England Ambulance Service is an organisation that is leading the way across the UK in providing patients and the NHS with innovative solutions to provide the best levels of care.

Great healthcare requires great people. That’s why we are doing everything we can to recruit committed, skilled people – and to make sure we support our new and existing employees, so they choose to stay with us

Please refer to the attached Job description for a detailed overview and the main responsibilities of this role


This advert closes on Monday 26 Aug 2024

Please refer to the attached Job description for a detailed overview and the main responsibilities of this role

Job description :
Facilities Manager Technical



Location: Welwyn Garden City

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £36,996-£46,674 per annum (includes discretionary area)



We are proud to be working with Hertfordshire Constabulary who are currently seeking a Technical Facilities Manager to join their team based in Welwyn Garden City on a full time, permanent basis.



What will you be doing?



Based at Welwyn Garden City HQ, the Facilities team are responsible for ensuring the Constabulary’s buildings across the estate are compliant and fit for purpose and services provided offer value for money.



The Facilities Manager Technical is part of the Estates and Facilities team and is responsible for maintaining various types of Mechanical & Electrical plant across the wider policing estate. The role is responsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants with a focus on hard services.



RESPONSIBILITIES



· Check and approve expenditure against FM budgets.

· Maintain regular and effective communication with building users, suppliers and colleagues.

· Ensuring policies and procedures are followed.

· Monitor works conducted/service provided by suppliers.

· Audit and inspect supplier works.

· Measure and report supplier performance against agreed SLAs.

· Manage suppliers to ensure effective, safe and compliant delivery of all M&E related services.

· Support development of contract specifications and supplier tender processes.

· Procure goods and services, following procedures and policies.

· Support the capital delivery team advising on replacement programmes.

· Undertake regular building inspections, complete reports and initiate/progress any required works.

· Ensure compliance with all current statutory legislation in respect of health and safety and the environment.

· Manage local environmental activities to meet statutory obligations.

· Ensure compliance with all internal procedures and policies – e.g. Procurement, Finance, Compliance, HR

· Ensure security and emergency procedures are robust and support emergency situations.



What do you need?



· BTEC/HNC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering level qualification, or equivalent experience

· Knowledge of IET regulations and Health and Safety legislation

· Knowledge of ACOP L8

· Ability to undertake risk analysis

· Supervisory experience preferable

· Experience of Technical Facilities Management and energy management across a wider estate.

· Experience of monitoring and targeting work streams

· Good working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office

· Full, valid UK driving licence as you will be required to travel to a number of locations around Hertfordshire.



What next?



Are you interested in this role? Click apply now! You will then be directed to attach your CV and answer a few questions about your experience.

IT Procurement Manager - Software
Your skills are essential for elevating our Premier Inn brand to new heights across Europe.With your expertise in IT Procurement, you'll be at the forefront of our tech-driven growth. Lead strategic projects in our hotels and pioneer innovative initiatives in Germany.
Become a vital part of our elite team of specialist Procurement Managers. You'll excel in negotiations and ensure we remain ahead of the curve with cutting-edge technology. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact and be part of something extraordinary!
Salary: £65,000-£75,000
Location: Dunstable LU5 5XE (3 Days a week minimum in office) - can also be flexible with a couple of days in London per month.
Why you'll love it here:

Bonus: Up to 30% company performance related bonus
Healthcare: Family BUPA healthcare
Discounts: Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and 25% discount on our Restaurant brands
Company Share save Scheme: Share in Whitbread's continued success.

What you'll do

Lead regular supplier review meetings with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
Continuous maintenance and update of market insight regarding the IS marketplace, best-practices, trends, and key suppliers.
Documented Software Category Strategy plans for key spend areas.
Rolling 12-month sourcing plan for the IS categories.
Build strong project pipeline to deliver efficiency target.

What we need

IT Procurement Experience - can run tenders, meet suppliers, build contracts, manage contract renewals, build stakeholder relationships, and has experience with project implementation end to end.
Development and implementation of sourcing strategies aligned with functional and business objectives to enable IT investments and operations.
Maintain a broad understanding of the commercial IT environment, how the organisation sources, deploys, and manages external partners.
Have software category knowledge with a track of negotiating complex contracts.

Be part of the Procurement team at Whitbread
Our award-winning Procurement team isn't just about making sure we get the right products at the right price, in the right place at the right time. These subject experts in supply chain are raising the bar in the profession, making sure we are sourcing sustainable goods for our hotels and restaurants in the UK and beyond.

Finance Manager (Capital & Technical)
Location: Bedfordshire
Contract: Temporary (3 months initial)
Rate: £650-750 per day umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
*Mostly Remote Working*
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority in Bedfordshire for a Finance Manager (Capital & Treasury) on a temporary basis. The postholder will be responsible for the management and maintenance of the fixed asset register, management of the capital programme, reviewing business cases, technical accounting, responding to auditor queries. The role is also responsible for the management of three staff.

Key Responsibilities

• To provide high quality financial management on closure of accounts, technical financial advice, capital accounting and financial control.
• To prepare and present reports and financial information and direct support to Portfolio Holders, Directors, Assistant Chief Executives and Chief Officers to ensure there is effective financial control across the service.
• To support budget preparation including the annual capital budget process and provide financial advice and guidance on financial developments.
• To provide support and a robust challenge throughout the financial year in relation to Capital budget monitoring complying at all times with agreed timetables. Support Budget Managers through direct contact and responding to budget queries arising in a timely manner.
• To support the closure of accounts, production of the Statement of Accounts, External Auditors and management of the fixed asset register complying with agreed timetables and ensuring at all times that working papers are of an appropriate standard as determined.

Candidate Criteria

• CCAB/CIMA/CIPFA Qualified Accountant
• Experience in a Local Government finance environment specifically with in a technical accountancy role
• Experience of maintaining a fixed asset register, managing a capital programme and reviewing business cases
• Experience of managing staff members in a financial environment
• Great communication skills and ability to work professionally and adapt to any team fit.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

Are you experienced with asphalt, surfacing, concrete or pave Technical Engineering and looking to expand your career into a large infrastructure project or is this something you already have experience of as a Technical Manager. If so; then please read on as we are offering a permanent role here at Tarmac.

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.

We are recruiting for a Technical Manager to join Tarmac on a Joint Venture Surfacing Framework contract. You will work on this large infrastructure project to optimise the technical aspect ensuring this project comes in on time and within budget from a technical perspective. This role is working in the Cambridgeshire / Bedfordshire region and whether you live in Northampton, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Leighton Buzzard, Luton, Towcester, Brackley, Bicester, Aylesbury, Oxford, Corby, Kettering, Peterborough, Letchworth Garden City or the surrounding areas we would like to hear from you.

Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

The Technical Manager will be extensively experienced in all aspects of Asphalt, Concrete, Surfacing and Pave technology and drive the team to deliver this highly strategic ongoing project that is fundamental for operational and business growth for this JV. You will be the SME to ensure the project technological surfacing operations run safely, delivers first class customer service to our clients, drives efficiency improvements throughout the scheme. You will manage all technicians on the contract from conception through to delivery, you will have the ability to problem solve, innovate, and drive technical performance to the highest levels.

As the Technical Manager must be well-versed in all technical surfacing construction methodologies and procedures and be able to coordinate a team of professionals of differing skills levels to achieve the best results. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind and great organisational skills. Your responsibilities will include (not exhaustive):

• Have a proven track record of working in a successful technical Project / Programme delivery team, providing extensive knowledge of asphalt, concrete, pave and surfacing technology within multi-million-pound projects
• Responsible for delivering the technological aspect of the project ‘road map’ and able to foresee issues and apply proactive problem solving techniques to overcome challenges, to remain on track to achieve key milestones / dates
• Manage and drive all testing processes in accordance with required standards and accreditations – UKAS, 3rd Party Testhouses etc.
• Provide management, guidance and direction to the wider Project Delivery Team from a surfacing technology aspect and support all to ensure that all objectives, aims and targets are achieved – management / maintenance of trial mixes, BOMs and SAP materials etc.
• Ensure that the team and business are fully compliant with all H&S, business policies, legal delivery requirements and procedures at all times for both our colleagues and contractors
• Communication is key with colleagues, managers and contractors across the whole project to ensure all tasks are performed promptly, you must have the tact and diplomacy when dealing with tense situations that can arise at any moment during the project's life cycle
• Where technological issues arise, support the total JV to recover these costs from within the project

Key Stakeholders: Tarmac & JV Management Team – Quality Management Team - Project Management Team - Area Operations Managers - Contractors – Site Management - Supply Chain – Operations

You will hold a FULL UK manual car driving license with no more than 6 penalty points

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant in the role will be instrumental in the future development and support of our culture. You will have experience as a Technical Manager within an Infrastructure, Construction, Highways or Surfacing industry with knowledge of Asphalt, Concrete, Pave and Surfacing, this experience will be an essential requirement for this role; road or highways surfacing knowledge would be highly beneficial.

Qualifications/Requirements/Capabilities:

• Desirable – Degree or HNC/HND in a role related discipline as this would prove highly beneficial in your success in the role
• Desirable – Technological Management experience on multi-million-pound operational, construction or heavy engineering project/s
• Challenge people, hold them accountable for job completion and quality of completion
• Computer literate - familiarity with computer software - word, excel, etc
• Good communication skills, with a positive, proactive can - do attitude to both colleagues and external agencies / contractors

Why Us

In the role of Technical Manager we additionally offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

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